A further statement from the British Rowing Indoor Championships

An update following yesterday’s medical incident at the British Rowing Indoor Championships

We are deeply saddened to confirm that a competitor at yesterday’s British Rowing Indoor Championships experienced a serious medical emergency during the event. They received immediate medical attention from our medical team and paramedics and the emergency services arrived quickly to continue treatment. Tragically, despite the best efforts of all involved, they did not survive.

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with their family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time. The whole event team and the wider British Rowing community are thinking of them.

The family has asked us to share their sincere thanks for the speed, care and professionalism shown by those who responded. We are grateful to our medical team, volunteers and emergency services for everything they did.

Those involved have already been offered support, and we will continue to do so for all those affected.